Workshop: the history, preservation, and access to Braille and additional formats produced by and for people who are blind.

1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Friday, June 7

Washington State School for the Blind

2214 E 13th St  Vancouver, WA 98661

Fries Auditorium in the Old Main Blg.

Presenter: Lisa Sisco from the North Carolina State Archives

Description: This workshop will explore issues surrounding the preservation of and access to archival records (and recordings!) produced by and for people who are blind. The history of tactile systems, preservation challenges and solutions, and access efforts will be covered during this 4-hour workshop. The workshop will also serve as a space to openly discuss the creation of universal guidelines for the preservation of Braille.

There is limited seating, so we are requesting that people register through the following link: https://wsu.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_8CSN4sUtbagyO0d